Business Details
42 Years
experience
Expert Transportation Engineering Services
Established in 1984, Traffic Engineering Consultants (TEC) has built a reputation as a leader in transportation and traffic engineering solutions. Our team of certified professionals brings decades of experience in designing, analyzing, and implementing transportation systems that prioritize safety, efficiency, and integration across all modes of travel. We combine technical expertise with a client-focused approach, offering tailored services ranging from traffic impact studies to signal design and multimodal planning. Our commitment to innovation is reflected in our use of advanced modeling software and adherence to industry standards, ensuring projects meet current and future mobility needs.With offices across five states, we serve public and private clients, delivering projects that enhance community infrastructure and promote sustainable transportation networks. Our leadership in the field is underscored by our involvement in complex projects, from roadway lighting design to roundabout analysis, while maintaining a focus on education and community engagement to advance traffic engineering practices.
Services
Transportation Planning
Traffic Signal Design
Traffic Impact Analysis
Roundabout Design
Roadway Lighting
ADA Compliance
Pedestrian Facilities
Bicycle Infrastructure
Signal Timing
Construction Traffic Control
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialized experience in traffic and transportation engineering.
- Our team includes certified Professional Transportation Planners and licensed engineers.
- We provide end-to-end solutions from concept through project completion.
- We utilize advanced simulation software like PTV Vissim and Synchro for precise analysis.
- We maintain active involvement in community education and transportation advocacy.
Services
Transportation Planning
Our transportation planning services evaluate existing infrastructure to develop future-ready solutions that balance vehicular, pedestrian, and bicycle needs. We conduct traffic modeling, land use analysis, and public engagement to create master plans that guide sustainable growth. Clients benefit from our expertise in integrating multimodal options while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Traffic Signal Design
We design intelligent traffic signal systems optimized for safety and efficiency, including coordinated timing and adaptive control technologies. Our engineers analyze traffic patterns to implement solutions that reduce congestion while maintaining compatibility with municipal operations. Projects include both urban intersections and rural highway applications.
Roundabout Design
Our roundabout design services focus on collision reduction and traffic flow optimization through context-sensitive geometric layouts. We analyze vehicle dynamics and pedestrian needs to create cost-effective solutions that lower maintenance expenses compared to traditional signals while improving intersection capacity.
ADA Compliance
We implement Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant pedestrian improvements including detectable warnings, accessible push buttons, and universal pathway designs. Our solutions ensure safe navigation for all users while meeting federal accessibility standards through technically sound engineering practices.
Traffic Impact Analysis
We conduct comprehensive traffic impact analyses for commercial and residential developments, forecasting vehicle movements and recommending infrastructure upgrades. Our studies combine current data with projected growth patterns to help clients secure permits while mitigating neighborhood traffic concerns.
People
Michael Hofener
President
President and Principal Engineer with 20+ years of experience in traffic impact studies and signal timing. Leads transportation solutions from concept to completion while managing Norman office operations.
B.J. Hawkins
Vice President
Vice President specializing in traffic simulation and ADA pedestrian improvements. Manages quality assurance programs and brings expertise in construction traffic control planning from 18+ years in the field.
Todd Butler
Principal
Principal engineer with 35+ years of experience overseeing complex transportation projects. Former City of Oklahoma City Acting Chief Traffic Engineer, now managing large-scale design initiatives from the Norman office.
Nathan Becknell
Principal
Principal and Fayetteville Office Manager with 20+ years of municipal engineering experience. Specializes in traffic network planning and transportation policy development for urban growth areas.
Finley Vinson
Little Rock Manager
Little Rock Office Manager combining 20+ years of public sector experience as City Engineer with private consulting expertise in roundabout design and transportation planning for Arkansas clients.
Questions
What transportation engineering services do you offer?
We provide planning, traffic signal design, roundabout analysis, ADA compliance, and multimodal studies for public and private clients.
How long has your firm been in business?
Traffic Engineering Consultants has specialized in transportation solutions since 1984, with over 40 years of industry experience.
Which states do you operate in?
We serve Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas, Louisiana, Colorado, New Mexico, and Arizona from our regional offices.
What makes your firm different from competitors?
Our certified planners and engineers combine advanced modeling tools with hands-on project management from concept to completion.
Do you handle both public and private projects?
Yes, we work with municipalities and private developers on roadway design, traffic studies, and infrastructure improvements.
